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Naphtha Petroleum news
All news on
Naphtha Petroleum
(also known as
Naphtha (petroleum), hydrotreated heavy
,
VM&P Naphtha
,
Petroleum Naphtha
,
Ligroin
, and
Petroleum ether
): plants, production capacities, investments and involved companies.
10 June 2026
Evonik advances chemical recycling with Purocel adsorbents and modular units
Improves pyrolysis-oil quality for steam crackers by removing chlorine, nitrogen and silicon; specific adsorbents cut chlorides up to threefold and modular columns enable flexible plant integration.
29 May 2026
Velocys, Tetracore sign MOU to evaluate modular GTL in Nigeria
MOU to assess modular Fischer-Tropsch microFTL for Atakobo GTL in Ogun State - convert ~55 MMSCFD (~5,000 BPD) into diesel, Jet-A1 and naphtha to support domestic fuel supply.
28 May 2026
SkyNRG and KLM start construction of Netherlands' first dedicated SAF plant
Construction begins on DSL-01. First commercial-scale SAF plant to secure non‑recourse financing; aims for ~100,000 t/yr by 2028 via HEFA from low‑quality feedstocks, >100 jobs and €16M JTF support.
8 May 2026
Petrobras RNEST sets April diesel S‑10 record — 385 million L
Upgrades (2025 revamp) raised capacity to 130 kb/d, lifting refined‑fuel output ~60% y/y; R$12bn to finish train‑2 to reach 260 kb/d by 2029, boosting energy security and cutting imports.
10 April 2026
WPU (Vitol) to build 80,000 t/yr chemical plastics recycling plant in Rotterdam
Uses batch pyrolysis to turn end-of-life plastics into pyrolysis oil as naphtha substitute; tech proven at a 20k t/yr Denmark plant; ties into VPR and Vopak storage.
9 April 2026
Technip Energies wins Long Son Petrochemicals ethane-conversion contract
Contract to convert a Vietnamese steam cracker from naphtha to ethane: EPC/EP services, site support and burners using USC and HRS tech to boost selectivity, efficiency and reduce carbon intensity.
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7 April 2026
Axens to License Technologies for America First Refinery in Brownsville, TX
First new US refinery in 50+ years will process over 60 million bbl/yr of domestic shale oil into gasoline, diesel and jet fuel using proven low‑energy refining technologies
26 March 2026
Toray Industries imposes emergency surcharges after crude and naphtha price surge
Temporary surcharges on petrochemical products after crude/naphtha price spike from Middle East tensions and Hormuz blockade; reviewed regularly to secure supply.
26 March 2026
Equinor completes investigation into Mongstad benzene exposure
Probe: prolonged benzene exposure during filling—task overran; no re-assessment; respirators insufficient. Naphtha→glycol; more PPE, detector training and a safety engineer; authorities notified.
26 March 2026
BASF opens world-scale Verbund site in Zhanjiang, China
World-scale integrated chemical site with 2,000 staff; basic, intermediate and specialty chemicals; 100% renewable power; 1 Mt/yr ethylene cracker with e-drive compressors; up to 50% lower CO2; €8.7bn
19 March 2026
QatarEnergy: Missile strikes cut LNG export capacity 17%, $20bn annual loss
Missile strikes at Ras Laffan damaged LNG Trains 4 & 6; repairs may take 3–5 years with force majeure on contracts. Pearl GTL offline ≥1 year; condensate, LPG, naphtha and helium production affected.
13 February 2026
SkyNRG Begins Construction of First SAF Plant in the Netherlands
The plant will produce 100,000 tonnes of SAF annually, cutting GHG emissions by up to 90%. KLM is the main off-taker. Construction follows a seven-year development phase. Completion is due in 2028.
12 February 2026
SkyNRG Begins Construction of Delfzijl SAF Plant
The plant will produce 100,000 tonnes of SAF annually, cutting GHG emissions by up to 90%. KLM is the main off-taker. Construction starts after securing non-recourse project financing.
14 January 2026
TotalEnergies and Bapco Energies Launch BxT Trading in Middle East
BxT Trading, a joint venture, aims to enhance Bahrain's oil industry by leveraging global trading expertise and expanding market access.
7 January 2026
BASF Launches Steam Cracker at Zhanjiang Verbund Site
The steam cracker at Zhanjiang uses 100% renewable energy, producing key chemicals for BASF's value chains, enhancing sustainable production and serving China's growing market.
19 December 2025
Idemitsu Kosan and Mitsui Chemicals to Consolidate Chiba Ethylene Complexes
The companies will consolidate ethylene production at Mitsui's site by July 2027 to enhance competitiveness amid declining domestic demand and increased global competition.
18 November 2025
Vega Ploieşti Refinery: 120 Years of Operation
Vega, a key player in Romania's industry, evolved from crude oil processing to niche production, supplying bitumen, hexane, and solvents, adapting to market changes over 120 years.
25 September 2025
Exolum Plans €100M Energy Transition Terminal in A Coruña
A new terminal will store diverse fuels, enhance logistics, and support energy transition in Galicia, with operations starting in 2029.
23 September 2025
Fullstride Ventures: Sustainable Foam from Captured CO₂ for Fashion
Captured CO₂ is transformed into eNaphtha, creating a sustainable foam for apparel, reducing carbon footprint and advancing circularity in fashion.
15 September 2025
Coolbrook Breakthrough: Pyrolysis Oil from Plastic Waste Cracked at Large-Scale Pilot
RotoDynamic Reactor technology cracks 100% plastic-waste pyrolysis oil, enhancing sustainable olefin production and supporting circularity in petrochemicals.
15 September 2025
Gunvor Partners with New Energy for Industrial Tire Recycling
The collaboration will supply pyrolysis oil from waste tires for refineries, reducing carbon emissions and supporting circular economy goals.
8 September 2025
Braskem Showcases Sustainable Innovations at K 2025
Braskem highlights advancements in bio-based and recycled materials at K 2025, focusing on sustainability, circularity, and expanding its diverse product portfolio.
27 August 2025
Plastic Energy and SABIC Produce First Recycled Oil in Dutch Plant
The plant produces TACOIL™ from hard-to-recycle plastic waste, aiming for full commercial operations and supporting EU recycling goals.
21 August 2025
Mitsui Chemicals and Dangote Partner in Nigeria
They signed an MOU to explore collaboration, focusing on domestic production and regional industry development in Africa, including Nigeria.
11 June 2025
INEOS Launches Advanced Recycled Plastic Production in France
Lavera site uses pyrolysis oil from recycled waste to produce virgin-quality polymers, aiding EU regulatory compliance and enhancing circular economy efforts.
1 August 2024
Gunvor and VARO to Develop SAF Facility in Rotterdam
The SAF facility will process various feedstocks, produce SAF or HVO, and leverage existing infrastructure. Completion of FEED is expected in Q4 2024, supporting aviation's decarbonization goals.
7 September 2023
VARO Invests $600m in Rotterdam SAF Facility to Meet 7% of EU's 2030 Target
The new facility will produce 245 kt p.a. of SAF, starting Q4 2026, supporting EU decarbonization and creating 70 green jobs. It aligns with strategic growth in biofuels and partnerships with airlines.
7 June 2023
TotalEnergies Boosts SAF Production in Grandpuits
Grandpuits site doubles SAF capacity to 285,000 tons and adds an 80 GWh biomethane unit, maintaining 250 jobs. Bioplastic project with Corbion discontinued.
1 October 2022
Grandpuits Zero-Crude Platform by 2024
The Grandpuits site will convert biomass to biofuels, produce bioplastics, recycle plastic waste, and generate solar power, aiming for net-zero emissions and no layoffs by 2024.
26 September 2022
TotalEnergies and SARIA Partner to Produce Sustainable Aviation Fuels
The agreement secures feedstock supply for SAF production at Grandpuits, boosting capacity by 25%. The project aligns with TotalEnergies' net-zero goals and awaits regulatory approval.
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